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Recurrent Uveitis Related to Ibrutinib for Treatment of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia.

Authors :
Mehraban Far, Parsa
Rullo, Jacob
Farmer, James
Urton, Todd
Source :
Ocular Immunology & Inflammation; 2022, Vol. 30 Issue 4, p1005-1008, 4p
Publication Year :
2022

Abstract

We describe a case vision-threatening sclerouveitis as a probable adverse drug reaction to ibrutinib. Case report. Ibrutinib is an inhibitor of Bruton's kinase which has shown success in the treatment of hematological malignancies such as chronic lymphocytic leukemia. Despite being generally well tolerated, recent studies have implicated ibrutinib in several adverse events affecting organs such as the heart, intestines, and the eyes. We present the case of a patient who developed severe sclerouveitis after approximately one year of ibrutinib therapy, and suggest this is a probable adverse drug reaction associated with ibrutinib in accordance with the Naranjo algorithm, highlighting the importance of prompt management of ocular symptoms in these patients. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
09273948
Volume :
30
Issue :
4
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Ocular Immunology & Inflammation
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
158808663
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/09273948.2020.1841802